Ed Currie
Founder and president of the PuckerButt Pepper Company and breeder of record-setting superhot peppers; shares first-person stories about developing the Carolina Reaper and Pepper X and running a hot-pepper business.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 16min
Superhot Chili Peppers (Replay)
Ed Currie, founder of PuckerButt Pepper Company, shares his spicy journey from battling addiction to breeding record-setting superhot peppers like the Carolina Reaper and Pepper X. He delves into the science behind capsaicin and why people chase extreme heat for the endorphin rush. Currie also discusses the competitive market for hot peppers, the challenges of commercializing his products, and the vibrant chili-head community. He reflects on the risks associated with superhot peppers, including safety controversies from viral challenges.
Jan 8, 2024 • 16min
31. Superhot Chili Peppers
The founder of the PuckerButt Pepper Company discusses creating the world's hottest chili pepper and the pain of tasting it. The podcast explores the journey of the guest with chili peppers, accidental breeding of the Carolina Reber pepper, the business of hot sauce making, and the aftermath of eating super-hot peppers.
